Cookie Policy
Last updated: 27 January 2026
1. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files that are placed on your computer or mobile device when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites work more efficiently and provide information to website owners.
Cookies help us understand how you use our website, remember your preferences, and improve your overall experience.
2. Types of Cookies We Use
2.1 Essential Cookies
These cookies are necessary for the website to function properly. They enable core functionality such as security, network management, and accessibility. You cannot opt out of these cookies as the website cannot function properly without them.
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| cookie-consent | Stores your cookie preferences | 1 year |
| session_id | Maintains your session while browsing | Session |
2.2 Analytics Cookies
These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our website by collecting and reporting information anonymously. This helps us improve our website and services.
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| _ga | Google Analytics - distinguishes users | 2 years |
| _ga_* | Google Analytics - maintains session state | 2 years |
| _gid | Google Analytics - distinguishes users | 24 hours |
2.3 Marketing Cookies
These cookies are used to track visitors across websites to display relevant advertisements. We currently do not use marketing cookies on our website.
2.4 Functional Cookies
These cookies enable enhanced functionality and personalization, such as remembering your preferences. They may be set by us or by third-party providers whose services we have added to our pages.
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| user_preferences | Stores user interface preferences | 1 year |
3. Third-Party Cookies
Some cookies on our website are placed by third-party services. These include:
- Google Analytics: For website usage analysis
- Google Maps: For displaying our practice location
- Google Fonts: For typography
These third parties have their own privacy policies and we have no control over their cookies. Please refer to their respective privacy policies for more information.
4. Managing Cookies
4.1 Cookie Consent Banner
When you first visit our website, you will see a cookie consent banner. You can choose to:
- Accept All: Allow all cookies including analytics
- Reject Non-Essential: Only allow essential cookies
4.2 Browser Settings
You can also control cookies through your browser settings. Most browsers allow you to:
- See what cookies are stored on your device
- Delete all or specific cookies
- Block all cookies or third-party cookies
- Set preferences for certain websites
Here are links to cookie settings for common browsers:
Please note that blocking all cookies may affect your experience on our website and limit functionality.
5. Changes to This Policy
We may update this cookie policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated revision date. We encourage you to review this policy periodically.
6. More Information
For more information about cookies and how to manage them, visit: www.aboutcookies.org
For more information about how we process your personal data, please see our Privacy Policy.
7. Contact Us
If you have any questions about our use of cookies, please contact us:
St Mary's Dental Practice
34a St Mary's Street
Stamford, PE9 2DS
Phone: 01780 755005
Email: reception@stmarysdentalstamford.co.uk